Bilingual Immigration Associate Attorney - Growth & Mentorship

VAZQUEZ & POUDAT PLLC; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Vazquez & Poudat, PLLC in Orlando is seeking an Associate Attorney fluent in Spanish and English to join our boutique immigration practice. You will work directly with the firm's partners on a varied caseload of employment, business and family immigration matters, from initial strategy through filing, RFEs and interviews.

This is an ideal role for an attorney who wants to build a career in immigration law, learn from experienced practitioners and take on increasing responsibility as their skills

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active license in the U.S. (Florida Bar preferred).
• Fluent in Spanish and English, both written and spoken.
• Strong legal writing and research skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced practice.
• Immigration law experience is a plus but not required.
• French language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess client eligibility and help develop case strategy under the guidance of the partners.
• Prepare petitions, applications, support letters, briefs and responses to RFEs and Notices of Intent to Deny.
• Draft business-related documents supporting immigration filings, including client declarations and corporate documentation.
• Conduct legal research on immigration statutes, regulations, policy guidance and case law.
• Prepare clients for USCIS interviews and consular appointments, and attend interviews as needed.
• Communicate with clients in Spanish and English, explaining complex processes clearly and with care.
• Review and organize evidence, translations and supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate, well-organized client files and case records.
• Collaborate with partners, legal assistants and outside professionals such as business plan writers and translators.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Legal writing

Legal research

Client communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Vazquez & Poudat, PLLC in Orlando is seeking an Associate Attorney fluent in Spanish and English to join our boutique immigration practice. You will work directly with the firm's partners on a varied caseload of employment, business and family immigration matters, from initial strategy through filing, RFEs and interviews.

This is an ideal role for an attorney who wants to build a career in immigration law, learn from experienced practitioners and take on increasing responsibility as their skills